06/03/1968 - 00020219� THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAF2 COUNCIL MEETING OF JUNE 3, 1968
Mayor Kirkham called the Regular Council Meeting of June 3, 1968
to order at 8:02 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE-
Mayor Kirkham requested the audience to stazd and ,7oin the Council
in saying the Pledqe of Allegiance.
RQLL CALL-
MEMBERS PRESPsNT:
MEMBERS ABSENT:
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Kirkham, Liebl, Samuelson, Sheridan, Harris (arrived
at 8:06 P.M.)
None
PRESENTATION OF AWARDS:-
Mayor Kirkham read the Certificates of Achievement Awards and pre-
� sented them to the following people: Mr. Carl Parks, Mr. Richard
Xremer, and Mr. Paul Dannenberg. The Youih e�chievement Awards were
read and presenr.ed to Miss Nancy Thayer and Miss Leslie Hansen.
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE REGU7�'.R COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 20, 1968:
Councilman Liebl questioned whether, the minutes had been checked
by the Administratzon. The City Manager replied thar. he had chec]ced
and approved them.
MOTION by Councilman Lieb1
Council Meeting of May 20,
vote, all voting aye, Mayor
unanimously.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA:
to adopt the Minutes of the Regu]a r
1968. Motion seconded and upon a voice
Kirkham declared the motion carried
Mayor Kirkham pointed out that in the agenda in Item Number 6,
T.H. #47 should be changed to read T.H. r#65. In Item Number 15,
Receiving the Board of Appeals Minutes the fourth item (concerning
the Saliterman Restaurant) is not to be discussed at this meeting.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to adopt the agenda as amended. Se-
conded by Councilim n Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the raotion carried unanimously.
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CGL�TINiI�D PUBLIC HEARING ON REQUESTED VACATION OF MARSHALL STREET - ,
NSSSD:
Mr. Harold Harris, 6210 Riverview Terrace, was present at the Meeting
and said that his problem o� access has not been resolved as yet and
is as7cing that this be tabled. Councilman Liebl said that he had
talked to Mel, Christensen of NSSSD and he indicaLed that they would
conract Mr. Harris's attorney. Councilman Harris asked Mr. Harris
if the Councit acted on this vacation with the stipulation of
access being granted, would this be all right. Mr, Harris indicated
that he would rather the legal requirements and questions involved
be settled be£ore the actual granting of the vacation.
Councilman Harris asY,ed Nir. Harris �.f it would make any difference
to him whether he had a north or south entrance, and that a south
access was being planned. Mr. Harris answered that where the en-
trance is would make no difference to him. Councilman Liebl felt
that this was between Mr. Harris's Attorney and NSSSD and the City
should not enter into it until their problems were resolved.
Mr. Richard H. Harris, 6200 Riverview Terrace, said that it behaoves �
NSSSD and our interests to get this settled £irst. The Police
Department and Fire Department must have access to this area as
this is an area where problems do occur. Councilman Harris said
that the District realizes the problems and the property should be
utilized in the best possible way, as it is not naw. He suggested
a meeting with NSSSD and Mr. Harris's Attorney prior to the next
Council Meeting, then have this again placed on the agenda. also
that the Administration coordinate with NSSSD and noti£y Mr. Harris
in writing oF time and date he will be on the NSSSD agenda.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to continue the Public Hearing on
the Vacation of Marshall Street to the Meeting of June 17th.
Motion seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting
aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
CONSIDERATION OF REZONING RE4UEST ZOA #68-06 HIRSCH BROTHERS AND
CONTINUED PUBLIC HEAI2ING ON VACATION OF STREET - HIRSCH BROTHERS:
The City Engineer reviewed the new plan Mr. Philip Hirsch has
pressnted. It involves shifting the building 22' to the south to
provide a 60' sethack from the north property line, shifting the ,
location of garages, azd changing the driveway hy moving it to the
south to pravide 80' between the driveway and Mrs. Kubow's property.
There will Jae green pl.antings between the driveway and her property
and no parking in this area. He pointed out that there is also a
small commercial area left to be developed.
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Councilman Liebl asked to see the ald plan and to have the al-
terations explained. Mr. Philip Hirsch did so and explained that
it was not feasible to change the wings £rom one place to another,
so this is the reason for the setback changes.
The City Engineer said that we have easements in the south portion,
hcnvever, it was pointed out to him that they need not be considered
at this time as they have no bearing on th � request.
Mrs. Kubow, 6654 East River Road, was present and requested that a
3' berm be placed in the area between her property and the driveway
with the plantings on top of this. Mr, Hirsch said they would be
willing to do this, as they had already offered to do so. Mr. Plum
asked how they would be assured of gettinq this and Councilman
Harris said that it would be made a part of the building permit
requirennents .
Councilman Liebl asked Mr. Schroer if he is ready to start building
if this rezoning request gces through. Mr. Schroer replied that
his plans were being made now. Mr. Plum asked how the intersection
plans will affect the area. Councilman Harris said that this will
not in any way land-lock the area and will not a£fect it.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to close the Public Hearing on the
Vacation Request SAV #68-01, Hirsch Bros. Seconded by Councilman
Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham de-
clared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur with the new proposal pre-
sented by Hirsch Bros. and approve the rezoning and vacation request.
Seconded by Councilman Sheridan. Upon a roll call vote, Kirkham,
Liebl, Harris, Samuelson, and Sheridan voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
Councilman Liebl said he would like to say "Thank You'" to Mr.
Hirsch for his attitude toward, and consideration for these people,
and his cooperation with the Council.
MOTION Uy Councilman Liebl to bring back the required Ordinances
at the next regular Meeting. Motion seconded and upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayok Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED WATER SY'STEM INTERCONNECTION WITH MOUNDS VIEW:
Mayor K�.z'khant expressed the view that as the Pire Chief has re-
viewed this and found it to be beneficial, he would be in favor of
this.
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MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to authorize the Administrata.on to '
enter into an agreement with the City o£ Mounds View and that it
is to be Punded from the Utilities Fund. Seconded by Councilman
Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION OF GARBAGE AND TRASH HAULING:
The City Manager gave a review ot his study and in his opinioa
some thought should be given to a franchise system. The City Char-
ter provides that an Ordinance could be passed by a 4�5 vote to
ini�iate this system. It was the City Attorney's opinion that
with a franchise system, there would have to be a re£erendum vote
of the people. He said he had checked wrth Columbia Heights and
they 1et bids. In this case the City enters into agreement with
che property owners and would be administering the program, would
be involved in collection of money, paying the Contractor, and
would run the ris7c oL- noc getting their money. He said that he had
met wi�h the garbage collectors at a meeting some time ago and they
did not seem to iavor the idea of splitting the City into sections '
and lettinq bids on each section, however, something could possibly
be worked out to split che City into two sections, and letting bids
an each section independently. Under the franchise system, it could
be set up �or a long term such as 25 years, but with the bid system,
most lettings are for one year, or possibly two. When he checked
with the C�ty of Hopkins, he iound r.hat ior 15,000 people it cost
$60,000 in taxes excludang the initiat cost ot the equipment. The
Manager indicated that with either methocl burning barrels would be
eliminated.
Carl Paulson, a vrsiLOr to the Meeting, said that if a 15,000
population needed two trucJcs, Fridley would probably need four
trucks on the streets. He said in Hopkins the cost to the people
was about 504 per monih or $6.00 per year, which certainly was
reasonable and he was sure the people o� Pridley would realize a
tremendous saving. However, he felc thaL che people should be
allowed to burn leaves in the fall as they are hard to move, store,
and pick up. Other �han an the case of L-he leaves in the fall he
would like to see burning barrels banned. He would suggest a Public
Hearing For the people to came and be znxorined and ob�ect i£ they
wish.
The City Manager said that when he checked with Hopkins, he found '
that they use a sanizary land £ill system, but it is rapidly being
£illed, and would ultimacely have to go to some kind o£ incineration.
It would be very expensive for the City of Fradley to obtain some
kind of land fill area unless ic was done on a Caunty basis with
all r.he communities particigating.
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� Councilman 5amuelson agreed that we can not ban burning barrels
unless an alternate solution is supplied to the people, and would
suggest an air pollutian control Public Hearing be seL up for this
summer. Mayor Kirkham agreed that the cost of fighting fires,
started for the most part by burning barrels, is considera7�le.
Councilman Samuelson said that according to the Fire Department,
there were two deaths attributed to burning barrels.
Councilman Liebl said that in his opinian we can not tell the people
that they can not burn without having a practical and ef£ective
alternate that the people wauld agree to. Councilman Samue3son said
that this could he provided for in the prdinance.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to hold a Public Hearing August 12,
1968 on air pollution as these two problems go together. Seconded
by Councilman Harris £or discussion. He said that he would liY.e
the press to re£lect that the Council has taken no position at
this time and would like to hear £rom the people before making a
determination. Mayor Kirkham expressed his view that based on the
City Manager's studies and his own investigations, he would be in
� £avor o£ banning burning and adopting a iranchise system, but
without the City being involved a.n collection o£ fees. He suggested
we give the press any avaa.lable information to alert the people of
the problem of air pollution.
UPON A VOICE VOTS, all voting aye, Mayor ICir7�ham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
SIDEWALK WIDTH INFORMl�.TION FROM ANOKA COUNTY FOR MISSISSIPPI STREET
BETFIEEN T.H. ,�#65 AND CENTRAL AVENUE (ST. 1968-3):
Councilman Harris asked if this was the width that was poinLed out
to the people when they were at the Meeta.ng, The City Exigineer ,said
that this was correct it would actually be a 6'4" sidewalk. The
remaining 8" is £or hgdrants, location of poles etc., just as it
is now on Mississippi Street.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur wa.th the Anoka County
Department o£ Highways. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon
a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
� DISGUSSION OF IMPROVEMENT OF 56TH AVENI7E BETWEEN 6TH STREET AND 7TH
STREET-
The City Engineer explained that this street was always washing away
aEter rains before the Drive-In storm sewer was put in. To eliminate
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this the pile of sand was put there. The problem is now, as Mr. '
Brusseau explains in his letter, he must cross someone elses pro-
perty to exit onto 6th Street and would li7ce this street opened
up, as his access could be closed at any ta.me. The City Engineer
suggested that with the City retaa.ning easements, the street could
be vacated, and Mr. Brusseau could then make his own driveway,
Councilman Sheridan asked if there was not a north - south a11ey
running through there. Councilman Samuelson felt that this should
be referred back to the Planning Commission and go through the
usual channels.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to receive letter, and refer this
to the Planning Commission. Seconded by Councilman Harris. Upon
a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION OF MINNEAPOLIS SEWER AGREEMENT COST FIGURES REVIEFT:
The City Engineer saad that as the Council is aware, there are �
£igures in the contract which would be extremely hard to check, and
we really have no alternative but to accept them as a study of them
would be very expensive, unless the Council wants to get the study
made.
The City Manager said that the City Attorney had suggested that a
letter of transmittal be sent to Minneapolis stating that in case
an error is found in the future in the capital credits to the City,
that the City would have the right to be reimbursed.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to agree with the City Attorney's
suggestion. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION REGARDING LIQUOR LEGISLATEON:
RESOLUTIQN N0. 86-1968 - A RESOLUTION REGP.RDING THE ENACTMENT OF
LEGISLATION AUTHORIZING MUNICIPAL OFF-SALE AND PRIVATE ON-SALE OF
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES:
Councilman Harris said that he had requested this item be placed on
the Agenda as the spla.t liquor ba.11 is now before the Senate House ,
Committee and Senator Grieg would like to have our position clearly
stated so he could present it to the Senate. In Resolution No. 13-
1967, we indicated that the City was in fovor of the split liquor
bill, and nothing has changed to date and he would suggest that we
re-affirm our position, and give Senator Grieg a firm committment on
which to operate.
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MOTION by Councilman Harris to re-affirm the position taken on
January 23, 1967 in Resolution No. 13-1967 - A Resolution Regarding
the Enactment of Legislation Authorizing Municipal Off-sale and
Private On-Sale of Alcoholic Beverages, Seconded by Councilman
Samuelson.
Councilman Liebl expressed the view that if we �ould get th e private
on-sale and Municipal off-sale bill through the Senate it would be
very helpful to the City of Fridley. However, he would like Eo
take issue with Councilman Harris' statement to the paper that it
would take 5 years to replace the costs of Municipal liquor with
revenue from private liquox, and the fact that the Council has never
discussed or received the Horwath and Horwath report at a Council
Meeting.
Cauncilman Harris replied that he was nat quoting the feelings of
the Council, just the results of the Horwath and Horwath report, and
did not reflect the Council's feelings on this sub,7ect. He said we
already have a Resolution for split liquor.
� Mayor Kirkham read the Resolution to the audience.
UPON THE MOTION, a roll call vote was taken, Kirkham, Liebl, Harris,
Sheridan, and Samuelson voting aye, Mayor Y.�.rkham de�lared the motion
carried unanimoulsy.
Councilman Liebl asked when the Council would discuss the Horwath
and Horwath report. He said that the study cost $3500 and it sYaa��ld
be discussed. Mayor Kirkham pointed aut that the repart has been
accepted by the Council.
MOTION by Councilman Liebl t� have the liquor study item be piaced
on the Agenda of June 17, 1968. Se requested that Mr. Pickul be
asked by the Administration to attenc� the meeting. Motion seconded
by Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION REGARDING REFUND OF TORNADO DISASTER FUNDS:
Counca.lman Harris said that he had discussed this with the City
Attorney who indicated that a report would be forthcoming. He was
� unable to come to this Meeting as he is out o£ town. It was felt
that the first step would be to indicate our dissatisfaction ta the
Office of Emergency Planning and then correspond with our Senators
and Representatives as the Cxty needs some help in settling this
claim.
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MOTION by Councilman Harris to proceed on this plan and send letters '
to both the Office of �mergency Planning and our Senators and Rep-
resentatives_ Seconded by Councilman 5heridan.
Councilman Sheridan pointed out that in Catagory A the oftice of
Emergency Planning disallowed $2500, and that they did not indicate
to the City at bid time that they would not allow this. Ir. was his
feeling that some o£ these things should be gotten togecher so
we can show documented proof. The Finance Da.rector said Lhat the
iniormation was available when the audrtors were here and has
always been available, but was never asked for. There is $900U
disallowed in this letter and there was approximately $23,OU0 tYtat
the City felt should be submitted originally. Councilrnan Iiarris
felt that this information should be furnashed and asked the
Finance Director to do so.
UPON A VOICE VOTE, all votiny aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION OF LUCIA I,ANE TRAFFIC PROBLEM: ,
The Caty Manager e�cplained that this was not a matter of ordinary
speediny, rather the ma�or complaint is too much traffic. A 25
mile Per hour speed limit was considered but this then could apply
to many other housing developments in the City. A ripbed street
was considered, but ths could possiple cause accidents when the roads
are icy. The only solution would be to dead-end it again. It
was opened originally ta give the Police Department and Fire Depart-
menL access.
Councilman Sheridan said he did not feel Lhat making Lucia Lane a
dead-end street is the answer, as then the service road would have
to become a Lwo lane street again.
Councilman Harris suggested a letter to the State requesting in-
vestigation into the need for signalization at this interseclion.
The Chief of Police said that the prime reason was to stop traffic
coming onto T.H. #65 from the K.C. Hall. Since this has been one
way there have been no personal a.n�uries here or on Lucia Lane. The
comptaint now seems to be wrth the people who live a.n the apartment
houses. Our main objective is to keep people alive and this one '
lane traffic as iL is now seems to be doing this.
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Councilman Harris pointed out that this tias been discussed many
times before at the Council Meetings and a decision cannot be reached
here and would suggest referral back to the Police Departraent and
Engineering Department for a solution, or if a solution cannot be
reached, at leasr. a clarification that would satis£y the people.
The City Engineer siad that the answer would be, hopefully, sig-
nalization.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to refer this back to the Administratian
for a possible solution or if no soluta.on, an explanation why it
shouldremain as it is to give to the people. Seconded by Councilman
Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, ail vocing aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the mozion carried unanimously.
DISCUSSION REGFIRDING FUNDS FROM THE SALE OF STOLEN OR CONFISCATED
PROPERTY•
MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive the City Attorney's memo
regarding funds £rom the sale of stolen or confiscated property.
, Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye,
Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING REPORT OF ANNUAL POLICE AUCTION HELD MAY 11, 1968:
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MOTION by Counca.lman Samuelson to receive rhe report from the Chief
of Police on rhe annual Police Auction. Seconded by Councilman Harris.
Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared che motion
carried unanimously,
RECEIVING BIDS ON TN70 POLICE CARS (BIDS OPENED MAY 29, 1968 AT
12-00 NOON•
It was pointed out that there was only one bid �ec�ived and that it
met a11 speci�ications. The bid was from Southview Chevrolet.
Chevrolet Bel Air Model 15669
with tra@e in of one 1967
Pontiac police car
Chevrolet Biscayne 15469
with trade in o£ one
1965 Dodge police car
TOTAL
$1.947.00
$2,094.00
$4,041.00
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MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to award the bid £or the two police
cars to Southview Chevrolet, 303 North Concord Street, South St.
Paul, Ma.nnes�ta 55075 in the amount of $4,041.00, Seconded by
Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF APPEALS MEETING, MAY 22, 196$
1. REQUEST FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO PERMIT CONSTRUCTION OF
DOUBLE BUNGALOWS IN AN R-1 DISTRICT AS PER SECTION 45.19
(2A), CITY CODE OF FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA 1963 ON LOTS 10,
11, AND 12, BLOCK 2, RICE CREEK PLAZA SOUTH, ANOKA COUNTY,
MINNESOTA, SAME BEING 6701, 6711, AND 6721 MAIN STREET
NORTHEAST, (REQUEST BY BERNARD R. WOLKE, 251 RICE CREEK
TERRACE NORTHEAST)•
Mr. Bernard Wolke, present at the meeting, said that his buildings
will £ace west, toward the light industrial property, and that they
will be in line with the rest of the buildings.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur with the Board of Appeals
recommendations to permit the building of double bungalows by
Special Use Permit. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice
vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kir7sYiam declared the motion carried
unanimously.
2. RE4UEST FOR A SPECIAL USE PERMIT TO ALL06V A BUSINESS OFFICE
TO BE BUILT AND USED IN AN R-3 DISTRICT IN CONJUNCTION WITH
AN APARTMENT BUILDING ON LOT 2, BLOCK 1, AUS ADDITION, THE
SAME BEING THE 50UTHEAST CORNER OF 77TH AND EAST RIVER ROAD,
OR 7691 EAST RIVER ROAD, FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA, (REQUEST BY
ROY ERICKSON, 6441 UNIVERSITY AVENLTE L3.E., FRIL7LEY, MINN.):
'Phe City Engineer
otfice in one of
explaaned to him
the building for
by any big sic�ns,
driveway.
explained that the request was for a real estate
the apartments, to be used as his office. He had
that he should provide 4 parking spaces east of
cars incurred by his business, that there should not
and that a bigger radius would be needed for a
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Councilman Samuelson said that he had many ob,7ections to this apart- ,
ment house proposal. Councilman Harris felt that the Council should
not allow a business enterprise in a zoning not designed for ii, and
it the Councal allows it here, the basas for denial in other areas
wauld be lost. Councilman Samuelson agreed.
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MOTION by Councilman Harris to deny the request for the Special Use
Permit for the use o£ an apartment as a real estate office. seconded
by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to receive c.he remainder of the minutes
of the Board of Appeals Meeting of May 22, 1968. Motion seconded
and upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
Mayor Ka.rkham pointed out that the Saliterman variance requesL wi11
be coming back to the Council at a late� n�actin� and is not to be
acted on at this time.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF 7'HE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MEETING
MAY 27, 1968-
MOTION by Councilman �arras to recieve the Minutes of the ParY,s and
Recreataon Commissa.on Meeting o£ May 2l, i968. Motion seconded and
upon a voace vote, all vota.ng aye, Mayor Kirl:ham declared 'che motion
carried unanimously.
Councilman Harris said tha� in the Motion regarding land acquisition,
no other CommicLees have seen fit to question the integrity o�
this Council, as to what action is taken, and that the Minutes oi
September 13, 1967 are sel�-explanatory. This Council tries to
act wich wisdom and judgment. The Subcommittees act as an advisory
t�oard, and we value their ,7udgment, but the Council is nGt bound ray
the Subcommittee"s recommendations.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur with the Parks and Recreatzon
Comma,ssion recommendation for method oi iunding o£ their quar�ers
in the lower level of the Civic Center. Seconded by Councilman
Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham dec-
lared the motion carried unanimously.
RECEIVING THE COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE LITTLE LEAGUE BALL PARK
DISCUSSED IN THE PARKS AND RECRTATION MINUTES;
Mayor Kirkham indicaced Lhat the letter received was a complaant on
an unsightly building, problems wrth parking, and a wish to use
' the park when the Little League is not using it.
Mr. MePherson, a representative from the Little League or Frid.ley,
Inc. was present at the Meeta.ng and explained that most people do
not understand chat the Little League is a non-profit organization
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and that most of the wor]c is done by a very few people, and that ,
he himself had put in many hours of work on the grounds, and that
some of the people of the area seem to be using the area for a dump,
He, and a£ew others, are conLinually picking up rocks and debra.s
from the grounds. I3e feZt that the people da.d not understand that
this is not a tax sup�orted park. This League is providing or-
ganized ba11 for 330 boys yn the �9e group of 9- 12 years.
He said that he has seei� motor cycles running around on the ball
park and would lixe to put up some sort of a fence to prevent this.
He said that the League stz13 has $3,000 of indebtedness, and that
he has materials for two dug-outs, but Lhat he has neither_the
money or man-pawer to get them constructed, He also said that he
would like to have water and sewer into the property, esp, the water.
Last year the Little League ran a hose from the hydrant across the
street, but it was not very satisfactory. But, here again, th e cost
would be too great for them to bear.
The Chie£ or Police said that the Little League has provided a man
to direct the traffic onto the grounds where parking space is pro-
vided. The s�reet is very narrow, and is posted for no parking for
two hours a day. He said that he felt the problem ut the parking �
has already been taxen care of.
Carl Paulson suggested th� NLr. McPherson contact the building trades
as they are sometimes willing to donate t22eir tirae and equipment
for worthy causes. Mr. McPherson said he would do this as he would
la.ke to yec ihe additional work done and some more sereening and
£encing.
MOTIOhT by Councilman Liebl ta receive the communication siqned by
six residents in the area. Motian secanded and upon a voice voze,
a11 voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion ca��ied unanimously.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF TFIE BUILDING STADiD]�RUS-DESIGN CONTROL
SUBCOMMITTEE MEETING OF MAY 27, 1968:
1. CONSIDERATION OF A REQUEST FOR CONSTRUCTION OF AN 80 X 80
LIGHT MFINUFACTURTNG BUI7,DING ON LOTS 34, 35, 36, AND 37,
BLOCK 8, ONAWAY ADDITION. �REQUEST BY HARRIS ERECTION,
6210 RIVERVIEW TERRACE,FRIDLEY, NIINNESpTA):
�he City Engineer explained that � is request is for a light manu- '
facturing pland on 77th Way, and outlined the stipulations re-
quested hy the Building Standards-Design Control Subcommittee. The
parking zs on the north and west side of the building and covers all
of Lot 11.
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� Mr. Richard Harris explained that the reason for the change a.n
plan was so that in irhe near future, hopefully, they would be in
a position to do some expansion. This is the reason for the
crushed rock rather than blacktopping,
Councilman Harris said that it has been the Council's policy in the
past to require the parking spaces to be blacktopped and he would
not like to take a different stand on this than in previous
situations.
The City Engineer said that the 15' setback for the parking lot is
the bare minimum and that it has been the Council's policy in the
past to require one parking space �or every 4D0 square Peet of
business area and that a.t was to be blacktopped. Councilman
Samuelson suggested that money be held in escrow for the work to
be done at a later date.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to accept the recommendations of the
Buildzng Standards-Design Control Subcommittee with the stipulations
' as presented, with the addition of Item E: Provide a blacktopped
parking space for every 400 square feet of business area, which
has been Council policy, or post a bond so the City would have some
assurance that it would be done when Mr. Harris can get his pro-
posed expansion plans settled. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan.
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Councilman Liebl questioned why the Council did not feel that they
could concur with the recommendations of the Building Standards -
Design Control Subcommittee as presented as this is their function.
He £elt that everyone should be treated alike and granting variances
from either the Code or Council policy is a touchy sub,7ect.
Mayor KiEkham pointed out that every applicant has the right to
appeal.
Mr. Harris said that it was his intention to stay in this area and
that he had already done a lot o£ improving, by the removal oP trees,
and grading etc. He pointed out that the June lOth Public Hearing
for the storm sewer for the area will prove expensive to him, however,
he will agree to post the bond for the blacktopping as required.
UPON THE VOTE, Harris, Sheridan, and Kirkham voting aye, Samuelson
abstaining, and Liebl voting nay, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion
carried.
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2. CONSIDERATION OF PLOT PI�AN AND FINAL PERMIT FOR �PHE RICE
CREEK OFFICE BUILDING, LOT 2, AUDITOR'S SUBDIVZSION #59,
ANOKA COUNTY, MINNESOTA. ^1HE SAME BEING 6279 UNIVERSITY
AVENUE N.E.. FRIDLEY, MINNESOTA. (REQUEST BY L.M,J.
COMPANY, 1011 WEST 80TH STREET, BLOOMINGTON, MINN.):
ri10TION by Councilman Liebl to concur with the Building Standards -
Design Control Subcommittee to approve the final plot pTan and
bua.lding permit as recommended. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson.
Upon a voice vote, Harris abstaining, Kirkham, Liebl, Samuelson,
and Sheridan voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried.
CONSIDERATION OF TRAFFIC PATTERN NEAR FILISTER APARTMENTS ON EAST
RIVER ROAD•
There was a long discussion at the Council table while looking at
all the va�ious plans psesented, as to what was the best possible
solutian to his problem. Councilman I3arris pointed out that the
City cannot provide and pay for a signal that would serve a private
complex. Mr. Filister's Attorney replied that in the event that ,
the County would make the determination that this intersection is
a traffic hazard, because of the volume of traffic handled, the
County might recommend a signal at this intersection.
Mayor Kirkham expressed the view that it seems it would be best to
go ahead with the original plan, and that a noble effort has been
made to find a better alternative, but without knowing �hat the
County will be doing in the future, it seems impossible. Council-
man Liebl said that he felt that this would be a big mistake, as
**** more land is needed in the future for a service drive, the garages
will have to be moved and this would be a considerable expense. Mr,
Filister said that �he ground has already been prepared for the
yarages at the original location sa cost-wise at this time, the
oriyinal plan would be best for him. His only expense then would be
the �600 - 700 spent in Engineering fees to change the plans, but
tha.s would preclude any service road from coming in here.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson that after looking at all the pro-
posals, and beinG unable to reach a better conclusion that the
Council approve NIr. Filister's original plan as praposed. Seconded
3�y Councilman Harris. Upon a voice vote, Harris, Samuelson, and
KirY,hani voting aye, Sheridan and Liebl votiny nay, Mayor Kirkham '
declared the mocion carried.
Mayor I�a.rkham said that he appreciated the cooperation of Mr.
Falister with this Council.
**** Correction: Liebl: Strike the word "if". Meeting of June 17, 1968.
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RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMI�SION MEETING OF MAY
23, 1968•
MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur with Lhe planning Commission,
and receive the Minutes of May 23, 1968. Mocian seconded and upon
a voice vete, all voting aye, Mayor Kirlcham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
RECEIVING THE MINUTES OF THE HOUSING AND P,EDEVELOPMENT MEE^1ING, MAY
15, 1968:
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to receive L-he Minutes of the Housiny
and Redevelopment Meeting of May 15, 1968. Saconded by Councilman
Samuelson. upon a voice vote, all votiny aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION RELATING TO THE ALLOCATING GF P'UNDS FOR A PED$STRI[�N
BRIDGE AT 515T AVENUE NORTHEAST AND UNIVERSITY AVENUE (T.H, #47}:
� Councuman Liebl said that this resolutzon U�as prepared so 'r.hat
the City could indicated to the Highway Department our will�.ngness
to participate in our fair share of L-he cost oi the bridc�e. A
letter has been sent '�o che State requesting that they pay alr ihe
cost or the fencing and the City is hopeiul oc getting a �avorable
reply. There was a petition for the rence signed by people on
both sides of the highway. Columbia Heighcs should be wiZling c�
pick up some of the cost and Fridley should indicate to the State
that the City is also willing ta pay their fair share. He said thaL
he would like to see this a parL o= the i963 construction.
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Mayor Kirkham expressed the view that 1�y �aasszng the resolution and
allowi�ng it to be publzshed in the pa��e�:, vae would automatically
lose our bargaining power with Colwnbia Heights ancl School Discrict
i�13. They are not legally bound for any part oi the cost. He
pointed out that the Schoal District cannor initiate any action as
iar as the bridge is concerned legally as it is not on school owned
property.
Councilman Harris said that he was aware oE cha need ior che bridge
and had no quarrel with the costs oi conscruc���n, lc was �ust a
matter of the method os funding. He sa�.d he Ee1c that v�ith this
resolution the City would be assuming L-he responsibility o� the
cost of the bridge and that there should be some obiagation ;�1
Columbia He�ghts and Dzstrict �;13. If we did not get he7.p rrom
ColumUia Heights or tlze School District, che Ca.ty would have to
pay the fu11 50%. If we �ass this, the're .n� �izi k�e similar requescs,
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P,EGUGI�I> COUNCIL MEETING c�i ,7UNE 3, 19F�8
such �s ori universicy at 68th or 69th �venue.
adc3ec' or at Hickory on Ea�t River Roacl or at
3tevenson Elemen�ary School.
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Councilman Samuelson
the Robert Louis
Mayor Kirkham said he was not opposed to the resolution, but that he
vJas opposed to passing the resolution at this time. He suggested
L-he t�ossibzlity oi some l,znd oi a trade such as the cost u1" signal-
ization at 53rd Avenue. Councilman Harrls said he was atraid the
Council might set a precident by doing this. Councilman Liebl
pointed out chat the FIi9hway Department will have to know our
�ecision in the near £uture. Mayor Kirkham replied that the other
bodaes both have meetinc�s scheduled, and suggested that the C�ty
Iwlanager write to them as7cing them to let the City know ii a deter-
rnination was reached, and what action they desire.
RESO?�UT301�T ABATING THE SPECIAL A55ESSMENTS ON LOTH 1`UHROUGH 30, BLOCE�
1.0, HAMILTON'S ADDITION TO MECFfAi�TICSVILLE, SACRED HEART OF JESUS
POLISH CATHOLIC CHURCH:
Councilman Sheridan £e1t that this was not the meaning of the Council
action at that time. Councilman Harris said he thought this was a
matter that would require a legal ,7udgment, and asked i£ the in-
denture was ever filed, and approved by the Council at that ta.me.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to reEer back to the Administration to
investigate the action of the Council at that meeting and also to
obtain the City Attorney's opanion. Seconded by Councilman Samuel-
son. Upon a vozce vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
RESOLUTION NO. 85-1968 - A RESOLUTION ORDERING IMPROVEMENT. APPROVAL
OF PLANS AND ADVERTISING FOR BIDS: STREET IMPROVEMENT PRO.7ECT ST.
196$-10 (SEAL COATING):
MOTION by Councilman Harris to adopt Resolution No. 85-1968. Seconded
by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor
Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
CLAIMS:
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MOTION by Councilman Harris to approve General Claim no. 14944 through
Z5033 and Liquor Claim No. 2269 through 2292. Seconded by Councilman ,
Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham deelared
the motion carried unanimously.
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LICENSES•
MOTION by Councilman Liebl to approve the �ollowing licenses:
GENF.RAL CONTP.riCTOR
Blanske Construction Co.
4D79 Silver Lalce Ro�id
Minneapolis, �finnesota By: Scrnard I31ans:.e
Garden City ConstrucLion Co.
801 2nd Ave. North
.h nneapolis, hiinnesota By: James E. Pearson
InLernational f�o�nes
3939 46th St F.ast
MinneapoLi�, Minnesota P�y: Dale Tuka
Bruce Johnson Const.
12341 Teylor St N. E.
Anoka, Min�tesoCa By; &ruce A, Johnson
Ledin Const. Co.
7&00 42th P.veaue iSorth
?�finaeapolts, htinnesota By: Frecl Leciin
Solmica :�Iid��est Iec
212 LSth Ave. South
hfinneapolis, Minnesota By; Dean I, Vaux
Snssel Co.
L350 Como Ave
St. Paul, MinnesoLa 73y: Stanley Baaank
Ben Sdolke Inc
Z51 Aice Creek T_rrace
FridLey, MLnnesota By: Ben i�lolke
A4150VRY
Barry B�u�stad
5511 quincy St.
Neci Brighton, M�m�esota By: Pacry B�ugstad
Gerald �albec
7106 S1eta�oa Ave, Norlh
Brool:lya Ccuter, hlinee:.ota Sy; Gerald Dali�ec
RF',�;EWAL
NEW
RENliiJ4L
NEW
VE[J
REDI�SdAL
RF,NEI�;AL
RFN�:W��L
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BL➢� I'�SP,
BLD,, I.iSP.
RLDG, LNSP,
xt,nc, irlse.
BLDG. INSP.
BLDC. I`IS i .
,3LDG. ZiiSP,
I�LDG, IidSP,
BLnG IrTSP.
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REGULAR COUNCIL NI��TING OP J"UNE 3, 1968
CI�F'E
McDozi�ld� s
5831 University Ave.
Fridley, Minnasota
Shaddri_ck & Lebcau
American Lehion Post 3�3
7325 Central Ave.
Fridley� P4innesoi,a
Central Frostoo Driv�in
7699 High,ray ,-'t`6�
Fridley� tlinn�sota
CIGARr,TT,±,
RF�IE',dhL Shad=rick & Le�eau
American Legion Post 303
7325 Central Aveo
Fridley� NIinnesota
R;PT�'�T4L Gary�s Shell
6101 Jniversity :�ve.
Fr� d�ey, ;�,inn�sota
�EDIB'�I41 Chinese 'Tilla;° �afe
6301y IIigh rsJ ;; 65
Fridley� i�iinnssota
�NE' 1�^.L Dick� s K,rik Shop
b3i9 Highc:zy vo5
Frid2ef� P�iinnesota
FOOD 35TASLIS �� �*iT
'iEll Pete�s Sup�r�or ��1�00,�
7315 Hioh;ray ; `6�
Fridley� iiinn�soia
TEiE�d Gul€-.Sup,:i•ior "L�00"
5300 Centi•al Ave.
Fridley} P:ir.nesota
�.TM'�rl DicY.�s Tl�rtr Star
C�0�0 Piarshall St.
Fridley, Nii��sota
MIfIITiG
Rr�"::�^IAI, Mi1u�e: oE= .">iZica Sand Co.
43rd Aveo R T1oP. Tracks
FridlEy� P�Iinnosota
BY:
J<enes Zien
Robert ftosecrans
Sherman Hanson
BY:
Robert Rosecran
Gary Longerbone
Benton ,�1on�
Richard Houle
BY:
Josef Sevil]e
Geoi•ge Paterso_�
Richarcl Hennessey
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APPROi�ED BY: , �
Hea_th Inspector
HeaZsn Inspector
Health Snspector
AFiDROVED B � :
Police Chief
Polica Chief �
Police Chief
Police Chief
APPRO'T�D ?Y:
Hea7.�h Ins,�ector
Health Ins�ector
Health InJpactor
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Building Tnspect_
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DF JUNE 3, 1968
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L�W Pete's Superior "400" Gu1f
7315 Highway #65
Fridley, Minnesota
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APPROVED BY
Health Inspector
THE MOTION was seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a voice vote,
all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unani-
mously.
TRAILER PERMIT�
The City Manager explained that this is only a 60 day permit request.
The Chie£ of Police saa.d that this was actually the back section of
a truck with the cab disconnected and that he would be parking it
on the south and east side of present building, between the Shop-
ping Center and the OPfice.
MOTION by Councilman Sheridan to authorize the trailer permit and
� waive the fee £or Fridley Office Supply. Motion seconded and upon
a voice vate, all voting aye, Mayor KirY,ham declared the motion
carried unanimously.
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APPOINTMENTS •
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to approve the following appointments
as requested by the Administrata.on. Motion seconded by Council-
man Harris for discussion.
N.z1ME -
POSITION
SALARY REPLACES
Harlen C. Hanscom CM II $566,00 James Brindley
6000 Stinson Boulevard Street Department
Fridley, Minnesota
John B. Breher
4704 West 70th Street
Edina, Minnesota
Rene Franko
8024 Spring Lake park Rd.
Spring Lake park, Minn.
Building Official $710.00 Jan Gasterland
Clerk-Typist
Frances E. McLaughlin Reproduction-
728 - 63rd Avenue N.E. Distribution
Fridley, Minnesota Center Clerk
$324.00 Juel Mercer
$332.00 New Position
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Councilman Harris asked the City Manager how many applications
were received for the Buildang O££icial's job. The City Manager
replied 6 or 7. Councilman Harris then asked if this man was meant
to do inside or outside work. The City Manager said that he is
capable o£ doing both the inside and outside work. He has had
experience in working with an Engineer, and has worked on drawings,
and has had some experience in administration. In the event another
man should be needed, which might be possible, this man would be-
come the outside man.
Mr. Carl Paulson suggested that a degreed man should be check�.ng
the plans and it an architectural firm had been considered to act
on a consultant basis.
THE MOTIIDN upon a voice vote, all voting aye, carried unanimously.
COMMUNICATIONS:
A, INNSBRUCK HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION.INC. RE: RESOLUTION
THEY HAVE PASSED OPPOSING BLAINE OR HAM LAKE SITES FOR
AIRPORT-
MOTION by Councilm3n Harris to receive the resolution, and
to the Metropolitan Airport Commission with a cover letter
that this represents a major portion of the community and
be considered. Seconded by Councilman Samuelson. Upon a
all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried
JAYCEES CARNIVAL-
send on
indicating
should
voice vote,
unanimously.
The Chief of Police saa.d that the carnival a.s in town now and is
causing a disturbance. In the years past off-duty policemen have
patrolled there and had been paid by either the Jaycees or the
carnival. Last year ha.s men did not get paid. '�his year he is
requesting authorization to charge $5.00 per hour payable in ad-
vance by the carnival.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to concur with the Police Chief's
request. Seconded by Councilman Liebl. Upon a voice vate, all
voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared the motion carried unanimously.
CHIES GRAVEL PIT:
Councilman Sheridan said that they were still hauling but it was
his understanding that Chies himsel£ is not hauling, and that he is
leasing the land to someone else, The City Engineer said it is
already in the hands af the City Attorney. It was suggested the
City Manager contact the City Attorney on this.
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� Councilman Samuelson asked why the City could not foreclose on the
$9,000 bond.
The Chief of Police suggested that the truck drivers be fined for
illigal hauling as a method of controlling the hauling.
MOTION by Councilman Harris to follow the Police Chief's suggestion
of £ining the truck drivers. Seconded by Councilman Sheridan.
Upon a voice vote, aZl voting aye, May�r F:irkham declared the
motion carried unanimously.
POLICE QUARTERS REMODELING:
Mayor Kirkham pointed out the dire need of the Pola.ce Department
and that if we were to go for re-bids, they would probably come in
much higher.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to re-consider previous action on
the bid award for the Police Quarters. Seconded by Councilman
� LYebl. Upon a voice vote, a11 voting aye, Mayor Kirkham declared
the motion carried unanimously.
It was pointed out that the $300 di�terential is on the base bid,
and as you add the alternates it becomes progressively higher. The
City Engineer said he felt that the condensers on the roof and the
air conditioning for the library should be considered. The Parks
and Recreation Department funding has already been acted upon, and
their improvement would be between $4,500 to $5,500. If the
alternates are considered, Dedolph is one of the lowest bidders.
MOTION by Councilman Samuelson to award the bid for Police Quarters
Remodeling for general and electrical worlc to Karl Dedolph according
to the Plans and Specifications for the base bid and alternates:
Base Bid: $11,600.00
Alt. #1 - Park Area 2,800.00
Alt. #2 - Heavy Wira.ng 325.00
park Area
Alt. #3 - Condenser on 500.00
Roof $15,225.00
� in the amount of $15,225 and ttie award to Bostrom Sheet Metal for
mechanical work be revised to add the parks and Recreation Depart-
ment air conda.tioning and air condenser on the roo£ as £ollo�as:
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Base Bid: $5,706.00 '
Alt. M1 - Condenser on
Roof 136.00
$5,842.00
making the award total oi $5,842.D0. Seconded by Councilman
Sheridan. Upon a voice vote, all voting aye, Mayor Kirkham
declared the motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT �
2'here being no £urther business, Mayor Kirkham declared the Regular
Councilman Meeting of June 3, 1968 ad,7ourned at 11:50 P.M.
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Juel Mercer <�,� Jack O. Kirkham
Secretary to the Council Mayor
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